Detailed 4 Days Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Experience

Day 1: Pick up from Airport- meet greet formalities – transfer to – Volcanoes National Park

When you arrive at Kigali Airport, you will be picked up by your driver-guide who will drive you to Kigali which is Rwanda’s capital. After your lunch in the city, you will set out for a city tour; this city has well-developed markets, and amazing history which is to do with the 1994 genocide-you will be able to visit the genocide memorial site, and also have a visit to art galleries.

Later embark on your journey to Volcanoes National Park which is located approximately 80 km from Kigali. Arrive at the park and check-in at the lodge of your choice, Have dinner and overnight. (Meal Plan on F/B)

Accommodation options: Virunga Volcanoes Lodge/Sabinyo Silverback Lodge (Upmarket), Mountain Gorilla View Lodge (Mid-range)

Day 2: Gorilla Tracking-Volcanoes national park

Enjoy a hefty breakfast in the morning; after being picked up by your guide that will take you to the headquarters of the park, where you will be briefed about the rules and regulations concerning gorilla trekking in the park. This activity is really thrilling as you will have amazing views of the Virunga, and when you meet the gentle giants, you will watch them play, and feed, among other things, which is an unforgettable experience.

On top of watching the gorillas, you will be able to see other animals like elephants, monkeys, buffaloes as well as various species of birds. Later after trekking head back to the lodge for a late lunch. Throughout the evening, you can take a walk in the community or choose to stay and unwind at the lodge.

(Meal Plan on F/B)

Accommodation options: Virunga Volcanoes Lodge/Sabinyo Silverback Lodge (Upmarket), Mountain Gorilla View Lodge (Mid-range)

Day 3: Golden monkey tracking or (optional Dian Fossey tomb visit)

Have breakfast early enough and after carry on guided by the park ranger to track the golden monkeys, these animals are very interesting to watch while they play, move around trees, and feed.

Another alternative could be visiting the Dian Fossey tomb, here you will find out a lot about this primatologist who once took care of mountain gorillas (please note that; optional activities are not included in the final costing). Return to the lodge for lunch and in the afternoon, visit a local school where you will interact with the locals. (Meal Plan on F/B)

Accommodation options: Virunga Volcanoes Lodge/Sabinyo Silverback Lodge (Upmarket), Mountain Gorilla View Lodge (Mid-range)

Day 4: Kigali city tour- Departure

After a heavy breakfast, check out of the park and transfer to Kigali airport. In the meantime, you will go for a city tour and visit a few places like pottery projects, markets, handicraft shops, the national museum, etc. Later have lunch still in the city and drive to the airport for your flight back home.

End of 4 Days Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Experience

Quotation of 4 Days Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Experience

• Based on 2 persons sharing services – per person standard rate
• Standard Net rate – based on Mid-range Accommodation per person: USD $3,340.00
• For an extra 3^rd person or more please contact the office for rates

Overnight stay options:

If staying in Kigali, please request assistance at the time of booking this safari to allow us ample time to make arrangements. If departing Kigali, on the same night, please note’ by use of road’ returns to Kigali – Kanombe airport is always early afternoons (approximately 12h.00/13h00 please DO NOT book flights departing prior to 17h00 in order to allow time for security, check-in and if any delays due to weather.